Art stopover

Each of the popular art spots in the city have something unique to offer.

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Nirmala Ravindran

January 28, 2010

ISSUE DATE: February 8, 2010

UPDATED: February 5, 2010 15:02 IST

Each of the popular art spots in the city have something unique to offer.

Janapada Loka: Folk tales

Credit goes to Jackfruit Research and Design for turning a run-down museum into one of the best documented and curated museum spaces in the country. There are folk performances by local artists every evening.At: Mysore Rd. Tel: 23605033, 7201143.

Hippocampus: Leisure reading

With over 10,000 books to read, Hippocampus is Bangalore's best library-cum-activity centre for kids. Bean bags, quiet corners, sand-filled pits-this is the place for kids to do their thing when they are best left alone, and have some fun.At: Koramangala. Tel: 25630206.

Ranga Shankara Cafe

Dramatic take while munching What attracts you to this theatre space, besides realistic plays and absurd comedies, is the cafe. The affable owner, Anju, comes up with special menus to go with the day's show.At: JP Nagar, II Phase. Tel: 26592777.

Max Mueller Bhavan: More than German

Some of the best photo exhibitions, film screenings and installation works in the city can be seen at the Max Mueller Bhavan. The cafe upstairs makes for a perfect setting for an art discussion.At: Indiranagar. Tel: 25205305.

BFLAT: Music on the rocks

From Lou Majaw to Soulmate and Lounge Piranha, the best music jams happen at BFlat over single malts and fine wines. The ambience is perfect and sets the mood for an intimate evening of music and fun.At: 776, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar.Tel: 42414000.

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